Dental Onlays in Gaithersburg, MD
At Schneider Family Dentistry, dental onlays provide a conservative alternative to crowns for restoring damaged teeth. These custom-crafted restorations in Gaithersburg, MD preserve more of your natural tooth structure while providing excellent strength and durability.
What are Dental Onlays?
Dental onlays (sometimes called partial crowns) are custom restorations that repair teeth with moderate damage or decay. Unlike fillings, which are placed directly in the tooth, onlays are created in a dental laboratory and then bonded to the tooth. Unlike full crowns, onlays preserve more of your natural tooth structure by covering only the damaged portion.
Benefits of Dental Onlays
- Conservative - Preserve more natural tooth structure than crowns
- Strong and Durable - Can last 15-30 years with proper care
- Natural Appearance - Custom-crafted to match your teeth
- Precise Fit - Laboratory fabrication ensures accuracy
- Protect Weak Teeth - Strengthen and stabilize damaged teeth
The Onlay Process
Getting an onlay typically requires two appointments. During your first visit, we remove the damaged portion of the tooth, prepare it for the onlay, and take detailed impressions. You'll wear a temporary restoration while your custom onlay is crafted. At your second appointment, we remove the temporary, check the fit and appearance of your permanent onlay, and bond it securely to your tooth.
Restore your tooth with a custom onlay. Contact Schneider Family Dentistry at 240-654-3555 to schedule your consultation in Gaithersburg, MD.